Seattle is known for its tech industry, iconic Space Needle, and natural beauty surrounded by water and mountains. The Space Needle has been a landmark since the 1962 World's Fair and offers panoramic views of Seattle and beyond from its observation deck. Other top attractions include the Pacific Science Center with its butterfly house and animatronic dinosaurs, the colorful Chihuly Garden and Glass art exhibit, and harbor tours on Argosy Cruises that provide views of the city skyline and waterfront.

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• Seattle, a city on Puget Sound in the Pacific Northwest, is surrounded
by water, mountains and evergreen forests, and contains thousands
of acres of parkland. Washington State’s largest city, it’s home to a
large tech industry, with Microsoft and Amazon headquartered in its
metropolitan area. The futuristic Space Needle, a 1962 World’s Fair
legacy, is its most iconic landmark.

5. Space Needle
• Since its construction for the 1962 World’s Fair, the Space Needle has become
both an internationally recognized icon and Seattle’s most popular attraction.
Whether you're going for the views or to grab a meal at SkyCity, the Space Needle
needs to be on your itinerary.
• What to Do
Visitors should leave time for a meal in the SkyCity restaurant: In only 47 minutes,
the revolving eatery makes a complete 360-degree rotation. The Observation
Deck not only has great views, but also interactive and informative displays inside
that give you more information on what you're seeing around you.
• What to See
From its hilltop perch, the Space Needle actually seems taller than its 605 feet
(184 meters) and – thanks to free telescopes – gives visitors the chance to zoom
into downtown or catapult themselves toward the Cascade and Olympic
mountains. On a clear day you can get great views of Mt. Rainier, the tallest
mountain in the state of Washington.

6. Pacific Science Center
• Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2012 (the Space Needle also turned 50
in 2012), the Pacific Science Center continues to engage visitors – especially
young ones – through a variety of personal experiences.
• What to Do
Children gravitate to the Insect Village and Body Works (where Calorie
Bikes calculate energy generated). In Dinosaurs: A Journey Through Time
you can take control of an animatronic Pneumoferrosaurus to learn how
animatronics work, all while exploring the Mesozoic world around you.
• What to See
The biggest draw may be the Tropical Butterfly Village, where those
wearing yellow and red easily attract fluttering friends. The village is home
to around 500 different butterfly species imported weekly from South and
Central America, Africa, and Asia. Can you spot them all?

7. Museum of Pop Culture
• Formerly called Experience Music Project | Science Fiction Museum, the dramatic, fluid
lines of the Frank O. Gehry-designed building that houses both museums is a must-see in
and of itself. Inside you'll find leading-edge and award-winning exhibitions that celebrate
the creative process and popular culture.
• What to Do
Climb aboard a space station simulation and then have a ball with sci-fi memorabilia,
movie costumes, photos and hands-on exhibits. Head over to the Guitar Gallery and
learn about the evolution of rock 'n' roll's signature instrument. EMP has 236 guitars in
it's permanent collection, over 50 of which are on display in Guitar Gallery.
• What to See
Watch performances and videos shown on the world’s largest indoor video screen and
then channel your inner Jimi Hendrix (a Seattle native) as you rock out to your own
composition in Sound Lab. Towering in the middle of EMP you'll see the sound sculpture
"IF VI WAS IX", made of more than 500 musical instruments and 30 computers.

8. Seattle Aquarium
• Conveniently located on Pier 59, the Seattle Aquarium is the 7th most-visited
aquarium in the United States and features more than 380 species of birds, fish,
invertebrates and marine mammals.
• What to Do
Visitors can gently touch certain marine animals in the Life on the Edge tide pool
or talk with aquarium divers. Step outside into the open-air Birds and Shores
exhibit where you can see various shorebirds native to the Puget Sound area.
• What to See
Step inside the Underwater Dome and see a spherical undersea room surrounded
by 400,000 gallons (1,514 cubic meters) of water. As you enter the Aquarium have
a seat and enjoy looking at Window on Washington Waters, a 120,000-gallon
exhibit that has live divers inside daily. Seeing the sea otters and harbor seals is
another visitor favorite. You can watch them play from comfortable outdoor
seating areas or get an underwater view from the many viewing windows.

9. Argosy Cruises Harbor Tour
• The Spirit of Seattle’s one-hour narrated tour offers a unique vantage point
from which to view many of the city’s sights with ease. It's no wonder that
Argosy Cruises is a favorite tourist attraction in Seattle.
• What to Do
Relax and enjoy the skyline while someone else does the navigating. Either
take a seat inside or on the deck, or walk around and change your view as
the ship moves around Elliot Bay. The ship also has refreshments to make
your time even more enjoyable.
• What to See
Pike Place Market, Olympic Sculpture Park, the Space Needle, Safeco Field
and Qwest Field, to name a few. On an Argosy Cruises tour you'll get the
best views of the city. Bring your camera for some of the best shots of the
Seattle skyline, Olympic and Cascade mountain ranges, and selfies from the
ship.

10. Chihuly Garden and Glass
• Enter a world of wonder and color at Chihuly Garden and Glass, located just a
short walk away from the Space Needle. With eight galleries that offer a
comprehensive collection of the artwork of Dale Chihuly, Chihuly Garden and
Glass will immerse you in the work of this amazingly talented artist.
• What to Do
Stroll outside in the Garden and see how the glass art mixes perfectly with the
surrounding trees and flowers. Some of the installations in the Garden include
the Sun, Crystal and Icicle Towers, and Reeds on Logs. Take a step inside the Glass
House — home to a 100-ft long suspended sculpture, one of Dale Chihuly's
largest.
• What to See
Watch short videos in the Theater and learn more about Chihuly's process and his
many installations around the world. The Theater is also a gathering place for
occasional lectures, education and community events.